Since circular saws are the portable version of a table saw, they are not meant to be fixed to a table. However, the portability can be a disadvantage if you are trying to make precision cuts such as miters or other angles. To help you make more accurate cuts, you can build a circular saw table in your own shop.
Step 1
Angle Saw
Gather your materials which include a 3/4" thick medium density overlay (MDO) in a 36"X16" sheet, a 36"X8 1/2" piece, a 36"X1" piece, and two 36"X1 1/2 " pieces, a pencil, ruler, jigsaw, eight strips of 1"X2" wood, nails, hammer, drill, 1/4" and 1/2" drill bits, screws, circular saw, 1/2" dowel, speed square, and 1/4" carriage bolt.
Step 2
Mark the midpoint 3/4" in from the edge on the long side of the 36"X16" MDO.
Step 3
Using the ruler, mark a radius from this midpoint on that front edge. Next, draw a straight line 10 inches from and parallel to the back edge.
Step 4
To cut out the table that you just marked, use the jigsaw to cut down the 10" line, around the radius, and down the 10" line on the other side. You now have the shape of the table.
Step 5
Flipping the table to its back, nail six strips of the 1"X2" wood to all of the straight edges as the support for the table.
Step 6
Go back to the original midpoint mark on the topside and drill a 1/2" hole in which the dowel will be placed to serve as the pivot for the arm.
Step 7
Down from the hole on this topside, attach two more 1"X2" strips 10 inches long to serve as the fence for the guide.
Step 8
Take the two pieces of MDO that are 36"X1 1/2" and cut a 45-degree angle off of each end. With the angles facing inward, screw these two pieces onto the ends of the 36"X8 1/2" piece of MDO. This makes the carriage with spacers.
Step 9
Screw the 36"X1 1/2" MDO to the edge of the 36"X4" MDO at a 90-degree angle to create a guide lip. Attach this assembly to the support blocks of the carriage with screws. To make the opposite side of the guide, screw the 36"X2" MDO to the other side of the carriage. The circular saw's blade should pass through the gap as it follows the guide lip, but you may need to adjust the gap width for your particular saw.
Step 10
Now, with the saw against the guide lip and the blade in the gap, fix an opposite lip to keep the saw straight as it passing through the carriage by screwing on a 36"X1" strip of MDO on the opposite side.
Step 11
Flip this carriage over and measure down 7 inches from the top edge. Mark the midpoint of the width at this point and drill a 1/2" hole for the dowel.
Step 12
Removing the upper part of the carriage, place the base under the table and tap the 1/2" dowel through both the table and carriage, not allowing the dowel to stick out past the carriage blocks. Then, reattach the upper part of the carriage.
Step 13
Slide the carriage arm as far right as possible. Putting the speed square between the arm and the fence at a 45-degree angle, drill a 1/4" hole through the upper assembly and tabletop to secure the arm with a carriage bolt. Do the same at the 90-degree and 45-degree left angle to make repeated angle cuts.
Your circular saw table is ready to use. Place the wood to be cut against the fence. Line up the arm to the angle that you want. Put the circular saw in the guide arm with a depth set so that you will only cut 1/8" into the table. Make your cut. You can now make accurate angle cuts time after time with your circular saw table.
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Makita 2414NBX2 14-Inch 15-AMP Abrasive Cutoff Saw (with 4 1/2" Angle Grinder) Feature
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Makita 2414NBX2 14-Inch 15-AMP Abrasive Cutoff Saw (with 4 1/2" Angle Grinder) Overview
Quality Makita cutoff saw includes a 14in. abrasive wheel and quick-release vise.Makita 2414NBX2 14-Inch 15-AMP Abrasive Cutoff Saw (with 4 1/2" Angle Grinder) Specifications
The Makita 14-Inch 15 Amp Abrasive Cutoff Saw sports a D-shape handle for easy gripping. Safety features include a lock-off button to prevents accidental starting and a spark diversion guard. The guide plate adjusts 45 degrees right and left with three locations for various sizes of materials. The quick release vise ensures secure stock retention and fast repeated cut-offs. The socket wrench stores on the base for convenience. An adjustable depth stop provides precise, repeatable cutting depth. The shaft lock is designed for easy wheel changes. This cutoff saw comes with a 1-year limited warranty.What's in the Box
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